Job Description
Details of Research Project :
A postdoctoral position is open investigating molecular interactions of lipid metabolism and cytoskeletal dynamics. The studies will focus on the metabolic control of cell, cytoskeletal, and membrane biomechanics as well as the regulation of cellular motility and collective migration.
Qualifications
Educational and other Requirements for the position:
MD or PhD, or equivalent
Experience Required:
Ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experimental skills and will be able to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced, diverse and multidisciplinary research environment. The candidate is expected to work collaboratively; design, execute, analyze and interpret results of experiments with the close mentorship of the PI; present results in internationally renowned conferences; write and disseminate findings through manuscripts; and effectively seek extramural fellowship and funding opportunities. Strong team spirit, positive attitude, and eagerness to learn are non-negotiable attributes.
The candidate should possess:
substantial experience in molecular and cellular biology;
advanced knowledge of biosensors, live-cell, or confocal microscopy;
good communication skills, and command of spoken and written English;
knowledge and strong interest in mechanobiology.
Goals/Outcomes of the Research Project:
The position is funded for one-year with potential to extend up to five years based upon review. Postdoctoral fellows at Mount Sinai are unionized, guaranteed subsidized housing in New York City, and compensated well above other academic centers or even industry positions. Please send your CV, contact information for 2-4 references, and a cover letter to evren.azeloglu@mssm.edu. Azeloglu Lab has been funded via multiple NIH R01s, grants from the Department of Defense and numerous other extramural sources. It prides itself on being one of the most diverse and equitable places to work. Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is part of an internationally acclaimed health system located at the heart of New York City. We are committed to promoting diversity and equal opportunity at all levels, and we strongly encourage applications from women, individuals with disabilities, and members of underrepresented groups.
Responsibilities
Technical Duties: (include any protocols)
Manuscript and grant writing, editing and review, and preparation of presentations;
Work with biosensors, live-cell or confocal microscopy;
Execution of assays;
Design, microfabrication and testing of tissue engineered filtration systems;
Develop and implement complex research plans;
High-end microscopical imaging including super-resolution, atomic force and electron microscopy;
Machine learning-based image processing and big data analytics
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